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MIT

MIT Entrepreneurship Center: Information on the history of entrepreneurship at MIT, class offerings, and how to get involved with the Center and its activities.

MIT $50K Entrepreneurship Competition: An annual competition to develop new business plans, now in its ninth year. Links for joining the mailing list and becoming a sponsor.

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